Breed Comparison: Manchester Terrier Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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Manchester Terrier Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Manchester Terrier and for the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Manchester Terrier or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

Manchester Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

A very important difference between the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Manchester Terrier is a small-sized dog while the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Manchester Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

On the other hand, the Treeing Tennessee Brindle belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Manchester Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Manchester Terrier to the Treeing Tennessee Brindle based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Manchester Terrier Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Weight 12 to 22 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Life Span 14 to 16 years 10 to 12 years
Height 15 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
General Health 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 15.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1030 No Data
Price Range $725 – $1300 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Juvenile Dialated Cardiomyopathy
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Xanthinuria type 2A
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Manchester Terrier in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Manchester Terrier is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is 76 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is a better pet than the Manchester Terrier. So, you should get the Treeing Tennessee Brindle!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Below is a list of where the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are most different:

  • Manchester Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Manchester Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Manchester Terriers adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    • The Similarities Between the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are most similar:

  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not easy to train.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very playful.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to groom.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Manchester Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

    Manchester Terriers weigh 12 to 22 pounds when fully grown. Manchester Terriers are 15 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Treeing Tennessee Brindles weigh 30 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Treeing Tennessee Brindles are 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Manchester Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Manchester Terriers is between 14 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Manchester Terriers is 15.0 years.

    The lifespan of Treeing Tennessee Brindles is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Treeing Tennessee Brindles is 11.0 years.

    Manchester Terriers live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Manchester Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Manchester Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Manchester Terriers shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Manchester Terriers shed moderately.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Manchester Terrier or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Manchester Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Manchester Terrier or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Manchester Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

    Does the Manchester Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Manchester Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Manchester Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Manchester Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Manchester Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Manchester Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Manchester Terrier vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Manchester Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Manchester Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Manchester Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Manchester Terrier or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Manchester Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Manchester Terriers good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Manchester Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Manchester Terriers and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Manchester Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Manchester Terrier Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Manchester Terriers are not easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Manchester Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Manchester Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Manchester Terrier or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Manchester Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Manchester Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Manchester Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Manchester Terrier:

  • American Hairless Terrier (79 percent match with Manchester Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Miniature Pinscher (79 percent match with Manchester Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Miniature Pinscher.
  • Silky Terrier (79 percent match with Manchester Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Silky Terrier.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Treeing Tennessee Brindle that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Treeing Tennessee Brindle:

  • Bracco Italiano (78 percent match with Treeing Tennessee Brindle). Here is our comparison of the Manchester Terrier vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Hovawart (76 percent match with Treeing Tennessee Brindle). Here is our comparison of the Manchester Terrier vs Hovawart.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Manchester Terrier and how the Treeing Tennessee Brindle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Manchester Terrier and of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle to other breeds:

    Manchester Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Manchester Terrier versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Manchester Terrier versus Affenpinscher     Manchester Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier     Manchester Terrier versus Hovawart     Manchester Terrier versus Australian Kelpie     Manchester Terrier versus American Bulldog     Manchester Terrier versus Labradoodle     Manchester Terrier versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Manchester Terrier versus Afghan Hound     Manchester Terrier versus Boykin Spaniel     Manchester Terrier versus Giant Schnauzer     Manchester Terrier versus Carolina Dog     Manchester Terrier versus Aussiedoodle     Manchester Terrier versus Japanese Spitz     Manchester Terrier versus American Water Spaniel     Manchester Terrier versus Chinese Crested     Manchester Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Manchester Terrier versus Yorkipoo     Manchester Terrier versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Manchester Terrier versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Manchester Terrier versus Brussels Griffon     Manchester Terrier versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Manchester Terrier versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Manchester Terrier versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Manchester Terrier versus Briard     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Irish Wolfhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Yorkshire Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Finnish Spitz     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Boxerdoodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus French Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus English Toy Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Toy Fox Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Japanese Chin     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Giant Schnauzer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bloodhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chorkie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Black Russian Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Boerboel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Havanese     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Australian Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Mountain Cur     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Miniature Schnauzer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Eskimo Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Giant Schnauzer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Swedish Vallhund     

    Conclusion: Manchester Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Manchester Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle better suits you and your family.